This is the number one reason we follow safety procedures every day.
What is protecting ourselves and others from injury?
These two words describe the action employees should never take when asked if food is allergen-free.
What is 'Never guess?
This person is responsible for ensuring food is prepared safely during the shift.
Who is the Person in Charge?
Reporting this immediately—even if no one gets hurt—helps prevent future injuries.
What is a near miss?
This information should always be verified before telling a guest whether a menu item contains an allergen.
What is the ingredient list or recipe?
If an employee begins showing symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea, the PIC must do this.
What is exclude or send the employee home according to illness policy?
Before starting any unfamiliar equipment, employees should review this document that's often posted nearby.
What is a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?
Changing these between preparing regular food and allergen-friendly food helps prevent cross-contact.
What are gloves?
The PIC is responsible for verifying employees are doing this to hot and cold holding equipment.
What is monitoring and documenting temperatures?
This responsibility belongs to every employee, not just managers or the safety committee.
What is identifying and reporting hazards?
Using the same cutting board, knife, or tongs for allergen-free meals can cause this.
What is cross-contact?
When an employee is unsure about safely completing a task, the PIC should provide this before the task continues.
What is training or coaching?
A coworker spills water on the floor but says they'll clean it later. According to our safety culture, this should happen first.
What is cleaning or blocking off the hazard immediately?
When preparing an allergen order, this should be gathered before cooking begins to reduce the risk of cross-contact.
What are clean, sanitized utensils and equipment?
The PIC notices chicken is being held below 135°F on the line. Their first responsibility is this.
What is immediately correct the issue by reheating or discarding the food if it cannot be safely recovered?